The IRgA Index jumped another 8 points for traditional reprographics work and 8 points for non-traditional work during the second quarter of 2015. The numbers stood at 74 for services to the traditional AEC market and 78 for services to the non-AEC market. By comparison, first quarter 2015 numbers were 66 and 70, respectively. Any number over 50 indicates growth.
The second quarter 2015 Index was based on a survey of IRgA members sent in August. Forty-seven reprographics shop members answered the survey. Of the respondents, 29 reported growth in their AEC business over the previous quarter, compared to only 7 who said it went down. For non-AEC business, 30 reported growth, compared to 4 who saw a decline.
Specific details about the survey, such as a geographic breakdown and a detailed breakdown by type of job, will be emailed to respondents who completed the survey and Bronze, Silver, and Gold members. Look for the next survey in November.